Curl-up comfort for dogs at cost-conscious prices. The minute you put the Traditional Slumber Nest Dog Bed on the floor, your dog will be drawn to it. Once she snuggles into the reversible tufted sleeping cushion and feels the security of the 7"-high foam sides, and, she'll have a bed for life.

These incredibly comfortable nests feature a reversible (berber/twill) tufted center cushion to truly pamper tired joints in pets of all ages. Plus, you can change up the look of the bed with a simple fluff and flip! Additionally, tall foam sides offer the security some dogs desire. The dipped front entrance of the Traditional Slumber Nest dog bed simplifies access and props weary heads.

Many people wonder how they can keep their pet beds clean, yet make sure that they last as long as possible. Here's how to extend the life of a pet bed while making sure it's always clean and fresh smelling.

Beds:

Spot clean whenever possible.

Covers and Liners:

For best results, wash the cover using regular washing detergent.

Wash the inside liner only when needed.

Always use cold or lukewarm water.

Turn cover inside out to protect the no-stain finish.

Always equalize the load in your washer, especially if the cover is large: sopping wet covers can become so heavy that they may unbalance your washer.

Tumble dry on low heat, or line dry (recommended for darker colors).

"Every dog should have a bed--for warmth, comfort, and the security of having a place of his or her own."

Dogs tend to select couches, chairs, or beds as a place to rest or sleep. They prefer the comfort and warmth these items of furniture offer compared to a hard floor. Dog beds provide the same comfort benefits and they keep pets off furniture - an important consideration for many pet owners who prefer to keep their furniture free from pet hair. A bed introduced at an early age, reinforced with consistent training, will keep your pet off your furniture for his or her entire life.

Where you place your dog's bed is entirely up to you and your dog. Just remember it is his or her resting place so it's best not to place it in a high traffic area of your home. Many pet owners place their pet's bed in their cage or crate once he or she is house trained, while others prefer a location near where they spend much of their time so their companion is always nearby. We offer a wide selection of styles and color choices that enable you to choose a bed and changeable cover that complements your decor.

Dogs tend to select couches, chairs, or beds as a place to rest or sleep. They prefer the comfort and warmth these items of furniture offer compared to a hard floor. Dog beds provide the same comfort benefits and they keep pets off furniture - an important consideration for many pet owners who prefer to keep their furniture free from pet hair. A bed introduced at an early age, reinforced with consistent training, will keep your pet off your furniture for his or her entire life.

Where you place your dog's bed is entirely up to you and your dog. Just remember it is his or her resting place so it's best not to place it in a high traffic area of your home. Many pet owners place their pet's bed in their cage or crate once he or she is house trained, while others prefer a location near where they spend much of their time so their companion is always nearby. We offer a wide selection of styles and color choices that enable you to choose a bed and changeable cover that complements your decor.

Orthopedic foam beds
While any dog will enjoy the comfort of orthopedic foam beds, they are especially recommended for dogs that are older, larger, have arthritis, hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, calluses or any bone or joint problem. Dogs can get "bed sores" too, so dogs that are recovering from an illness or surgery and are going to spend a lot of time laying down would also benefit from a Traditional Slumber Nest.

There are various styles of orthopedic beds on the market. Look at the features before you buy. A good bed will have:

A washable removable cover

Medical-grade solid orthopedic foam (looks like an egg carton)

A firmness which will make it easier for your pet to stand up after laying down

Remember to place the bed away from drafts and colder areas, which may make your pet uncomfortable.

Perfect fit
This bed is a perfect fit for our Lhasa Apsos. They share it, although the smaller Lhasa one has her own. It is very good quality and will probably hold up to a lot of digging and rooting around by wet noses. We have never been disappointed with a Foster and Smith product.
February 3, 2015

Very pleased with product & my dogs find it very comfy.
Very pleased with it. The small size is plenty big for one of my dogs & could actually hold both of them (2 Shih Tzus). They find it comfy. Like the fact that the cushion is reversable. One side is fleece - so is warmer & the other side can be used when the weather is warmer.
January 28, 2015

Great bed
My dog loves this bed. It is the second one I have ordered. The color is as shown in the magazine and on line. I like the convenience of being able to take the actual bed portion out and wash it.
January 28, 2015

slumber nest bed
I love the slumber nest bed and my dog Nadia LOVES it even more. Its durable, the pad inside cleans easily and Nadia just loves sleeping it, she loves now soft it is to.
Rebecca and Nadia
June 19, 2014

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I had a Cocker before that required the large bed. He stretched out when he slept. My cocker now is in a large bed but he probably would be fine in the medium one because he curls up in a ball when he sleeps. I think they say to allow 7 inches plus the length of the dog when they are laying down.

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Thank you for your question. In order to select the correct size bed, we recommend measuring your pet in a comfortable lying down position and then adding 7-12 inches to find the correct bed size for your pet. As pets can vary quite a bit in size, this is the best method for determining the correct bed size for your individual pet. We apologize, we are not able to recommend which size of bed would be best for your pet without these important measurements.

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The cushion is not machine washable. I just did it and the stitching came loose and I had the filing all over the inside of my washer. So now I'm buying another one. My dog absolutely loves this bed. This will be one of his Christmas presents. :-)

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Thank you for your question. The reversible inner cushion for the Traditional Slumber Nest is machine and hand washable. If machined washed, we recommend machine washing on gentle cycle with cold water and for drying, we recommend tumble drying on low or air drying.

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I would say this is of medium thickness. If you are wanting one as thick as the ones for "arthritic" dogs, this one is not that thick. Just my opinion! I like the bed though and so do my dogs. I like the washability of the inside cushion.

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Description:
Lure your dog off your sofa and onto
her very own stylish couch. The Woodland Series Couch offers styling that enhances room decor. It features head propping bolsters overstuffed with polyfil for dogs that enjoy pillows or arm rests. ...